Okada defends his IWGP Heavyweight Championship against EVIL, Oct 9th, in Ryogoku (Sumo Hall). This will be a chance for Okada to avenge his loss on Aug 5th, in Osaka. On the same day, Naito will face Ishii to defend his Tokyo Dome Main Event contract.In Hiroshima, the IWGP Intercontinental Champion, Tanahashi, will answer the challenge from Zack Sabre Jr.. Plus, KUSHIDA will have his 2nd Junior Title defense against EL Desperado.

In Fukushima, on Sept 10th, Suzuki will defend his NEVER Openweight Title against Elgin. The IWGP US Heavyweight Champion, Kenny Omega, will have his first title defense against Juice Robinson. Their grudge was born during the G1 Climax.